December weather forecast
Madison, NH

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Madison, New Hampshire, with temperature in the range of an average low of 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and an average high of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C) to a subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C). Madison cools down to an average low-temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

In Madison, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Madison, during December, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. In Madison, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.4 days and collects up to 27.09" (688mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Madison. In Madison, during December, snow falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.36" (187mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Madison, there are 62.3 snowfall days, and 42.32" (1075mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Madison, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of December, in Madison, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Madison is 4.7h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Madison?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Madison, is 30.6°F (-0.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Madison?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Madison?

In Madison, New Hampshire, during December, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Madison?

In December, in Madison, it is snowing for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 7.36" (187mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Madison?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Madison have in December?

The average day length in December in Madison, New Hampshire, is 8h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Madison?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:16 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Madison have in December?

In Madison, New Hampshire, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Madison?

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Madison.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Madison?

In Madison, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Madison, NH

Average temperature in December - Madison, NH
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Madison, NH

Average pressure in December - Madison, NH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Madison, NH

Average wind speed in December - Madison, NH
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Madison, NH

Average humidity in December - Madison, NH
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Madison, NH

Average rainfall in December - Madison, NH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

Average rainfall days in December
Madison, NH

Average rainfall days in December - Madison, NH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Madison, NH

Average snowfall in December - Madison, NH
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Madison, NH

Average snowfall days in December - Madison, NH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Madison, NH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Madison, NH
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Madison, NH

Average sunshine days in December - Madison, NH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Madison, NH

Average UV index in December - Madison, NH
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Madison, NH

Average cloud cover in December - Madison, NH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Madison, NH

Average visibility in December - Madison, NH
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (4mi).

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